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The app associated with BP Pulse is called Chargevision. Once logged in you will be able to schedule charging to your requirements. Fortunately I don't require scheduled charging but the times I have experimented it hasn't proved to be very reliable. The communication with the charge unit is...

Likewise. Mine charges to 456v and balance lasts around 15-20 mins.

There is a Chargemaster app called Chargevision which on the surface initially looks impressive but it rarely works. I definitely wouldn't rely upon it. Unfortunately Chargemaster has gone down hill since BP Pulse took over. They are not interested in the domestic market, or even the public...

A quick scan down your itinerary looks fairly safe and sensible to me. Without scrutinising the detail I would say an excellent plan for a relaxed tour of our beautiful northern countryside. Enjoy your trip and the car (presumably a ZS by your planned intervals). I hope it goes well and...

I had ceramic coat applied immediately after purchase 8 months ago. Unfortunately for you the independent detailer is miles away near the south coast. He is very good and charged £650 for a 7 year warranty. I am very pleased with the result (team red like you) and the car still has a wonderful...

I did the 108 miles in 2hr12mins so averaged 49mph overall but where possible up to 70mph. Dual carriageway/motorway was between 60 and 70 depending on traffic density. Smooth operation of the pedals, anticipation and keeping momentum as much as possible is my style. I hardly ever use the brake...

Merseyside to Rugby is only about 130+ miles so unless you drive like you've stolen it and achieve 4+ m/kWh you should manage that comfortably in these warmer conditions. I did the reverse trip from Braintree to Rugby just a couple of weeks ago in much colder conditions keeping up with traffic...

The new Rugby Moto service station just before the M1/A14 junction is brilliant with numerous chargers and very informative displays. From there the relatively new Gridserve station near Braintree Essex is easily reached in a ZS ( about 108 miles) and is dedicated to EV charging with even more...

Not that convenient. 1 vehicle needs around 25kWh almost every day and at varying hours. Another gets a free top-up once a week shopping. Mine is Rapid charged with occasional charges at home to maintain battery balance.

Well spotted Joe. I wasn't aware of that limit for home consumption either. Just checked my bills and in the last 7 months I have breached the 1000kWh limit 4 times and only just below the other 3 months. We have 3 EVs so will have to keep an eye on that.

At least you are returning home to a 100% guaranteed charge point so that eliminates charger anxiety. By monitoring your m/kWh usage you could always adapt your driving later in the journey if necessary to squeeze the last drops but why? Is it a challenge? Will you be stopping for a break in 200...

Sounds to me like BP have installed an O-PEN device that supplies the 240 volts from your consumer unit to the charge unit. This device is an alternative to connecting an earth rod to your charger. It monitors the incoming supply voltage and will trip out if there is a variation outside a...

Good to know. Thanks Les. I am planning to use this stop next Monday.

Try M1 junction 14 for Milton Keynes Coachway MK16 0AA where there are 8 BP Pulse Rapid chargers all take debit card or BP RFID if you have an account. I would guess its probably within a 100 miles from your starting point and then Kettering is just up the M1 a few more miles. You could then...

I hope it's up and running now as I am planning to use it next Monday.

I have just had a first look and play with ABRP. First impressions are it is quite detailed and I can see the potential benefits when the user has learned to adjust the settings to suit their preference. I tried planning a route for a journey I have already planned manually knowing exactly where...

Or perhaps a defective battery pack? If the dealer/Miles are adamant about the BMS what else? It will be useful to find out the reason when Cirprocon contacts the dealer.

I have a BP home charger that works on Mini and Honda for scheduled charging via Chargevision but my MG ZS will not do a delayed charge only an immediate charge. I don't need scheduled charging so will only bother the dealer at the first service to see what/if any updates may be necessary.

For estimating purposes don't expect 50kW at each charge point, more realistic will be 30-40kW rate. And if there is only one charger at a particular stop it may be occupied so be prepared to wait a while. I have found EV drivers to be a friendly lot and will vacate the charger as soon as they...

Hi Tom. From the Smartcharge website by selecting home charging will lead you to a login page for homecharge/chargevision. Once you have your login you will see the facilities available. I'm not very impressed with Chargevision or its reliability. Sometimes it is impossible to login for hours at...